Merced, CA Obituaries

Amador Patino passed away on February 26, 2026, at the age of 36. Born on July 29, 1989, Amador resided in Livingston, California. A Graveside Service will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral...

Choy L. Saetern passed away on March 3, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on April 19, 1954, Choy was a resident of Merced, California.

Norman Edgar James, a long-time resident of Merced, CA, passed away peacefully at the age of 92. Norman was a native of Rabun County, Georgia, but after graduating high school he joined the Air Force ...

Betalina Canela Yanez, also lovingly known as Doña Cata, was born on March 3, 1936, in El Paso, Santa María, Michoacán, Mexico. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 25, 2026, leaving be...

David Capron passed away on February 24, 2026, at the age of 74. Born February 2, 1952, David was a resident of Merced, California. A Graveside Service will be held at Lakewood Memorial Park, 900 S...

Jonathan William Bliss, 39, of Merced, California, passed away suddenly on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 12:49 p.m., from a heart attack due to liver failure. Born on July 31, 1986, in Bishop, Califo...

Charles (Chuck, Charlie) Fennessy was born on August 21, 1929 in Kilrush, County Clare, Ireland, to Charles Patrick and Bridget Fennessy. He passed away on February 15, 2026 in Merced, California. H...

Alberto Mora Garcia passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 57 in Merced, California. Born on January 6, 1969 in Mexico. A Visitation Service will be held on March 2, 2026 from 5:00 p.m. to 1...

Yer Xiong passed away on February 16, 2026, at the age of 54. Born on February 2, 1972, Yer Xiong's life spanned over five decades.

Bla Vang, a resident of Merced, California, passed away on February 17, 2026, at the age of 107. She was born on October 10, 1918.

Marie-Jane Rohrer passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 70. Marie-Jane was a resident of Snelling, California.

Michael James Cullen, aged 72, passed away on February 13, 2026. Born on January 31, 1954, Michael was a resident of Merced, California.

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gabriel Abraham Hugo Gutierrez, who departed from this life on February 7, 2026. Born on June 15, 2005, Gabriel’s journey, ...

Lisa Ann Cedillo, 67, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Born on April 16, 1958, to Harold and Mildred Nichols, Lisa was the youngest of 4, she would talk to anyone an...

We think back on our memories not in sorrow alone,
But to celebrate the beautiful life of Santiago.
A man whose laughter filled every room,
Whose stories made strangers feel like family. Santiago was ...

With heavy hearts, we share that Joanne Margarite Pereira, lovingly known as “Va,” passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 80 in Merced, California. Born on January 15, 1946, in Modesto, Cali...

Jose Luis Quintero Ayala, born on June 21, 1955, passed away on February 11, 2026, at the age of 70. He was a resident of Delhi, California.

Manuela Villarreal Salazar, passed away on February 9, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on September 17, 1935, in Raymondville, Texas, Manuela's life was marked by her devotion to family, faith, and commu...

In Loving Memory of our Father David Lee Skaggs, 76 years old of Merced, California. He passed away at his home on February 10th, 2026. He was Native American of the Chickasaw tribe. After graduat...

Barbara “Bobbie” Jean Bryant Fergerson, 66, passed away peacefully on February 7, 2026. Born & raised in Merced, she attended Merced High School & was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt...

Angela Roman Gonzales, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, went to be with her Lord on February 5, 2026. Born on October 3, 1943, in Big Spring, Texas, to Benancio and Angela Roman. Ang...

Jim Spellins March 11th, 1949 to February 3rd, 2026 Jim was born in Merced, California to Jim and Bernice Spellins. He had two older sisters Wanda and Jeanie and one younger sister Donna. Jim grew up...

Joel Jon Knox, aged 69, passed away on February 2, 2026. He was born on January 15, 1957. Joel resided in Merced, California.

Linda Joyce Marcos, born on May 15, 1949, passed away on February 1, 2026, at the age of 76. She was a resident of Merced, California.

Robert “Bob” Freeman Crites was born November 28, 1936, in Tioga, West Virginia. He was born the 5th of seven children to Roy and Branna Crites. He grew up in Gauley Bridge, West Virginia, and attende...

Ricardo Anthony Gomez, born on October 16, 1981, passed away on January 28, 2026, at the age of 44. He was a resident of Merced, California.

David Teran Salazar passed away on January 29, 2026, at the age of 92. He was a resident of Bakersfield, California. A prayer service will be held on February 6, 2026, from 10:30 am to 11:00 am at Ou...

Charles Joseph Zarate, 89, of Merced, California, passed away peacefully on January 29,2026, just days before his 90th birthday. Charlie was born on February 12, 1936, in Merced, CA, to Joseph and El...

It is with deep sorrow we share the passing of Yadira Socorro Taylor on January 28, 2026, after a courageous battle with heart disease. She went through the gates of Heaven to be with her Lord and Sav...

Samuel Benitez Sandoval passed away on January 25, 2026, at the age of 36. He was a resident of Merced, California. A visitation will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, located at 1490 B...

Honoring the Life of Miguel Angel Jr Gaeta Velazco September 12, 2007 – January 25, 2026 It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Miguel Angel Gaeta, who left us far too soon at the age of 18....

Robert Eugene Richels, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, at the age of 90 in Merced, California. Born on May 2, 1935, in Breckenridge, Minnesota, Rob...

Hilario Cortez Ortiz, aged 61, passed away on January 18, 2026. He was born on December 18, 1964. A visitation will be held at Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home, located at 1490 B Street, Merced, C...

Linda Jane Tindall, born on September 5, 1953, passed away on January 15, 2026, at the age of 72. Linda was a resident of Merced, California.

Helen Dorothy Mitchell, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2026, at the age of 97. Born on August 31, 1928, in Artesian, South Dakota, to Ollie and Anna Man...

Choua Thao, born on October 8, 1943, passed away on December 26, 2025, at the age of 82. She was a resident of Milpitas, California. Funeral services will be held at Merced Fairgrounds Speedway, loca...

Teresa Oseguera, born on August 4, 1965, passed away on January 17, 2026, at the age of 60. She was a resident of Planada, California. A visitation will be held at External Service Location, located ...

David Frank Montaño, 73 years old, of Merced, CA, passed away on January 17th, 2026. Born on February 7th, 1952 in Merced, CA. David was the son of Rosie and Fernando Montaño. David passed away pe...

Obituary for Christine Aaron Páez Christine Aaron Páez passed away on January 17th, 2026, in Merced, California, at the age of 64. She was born on September 18th, 1961, in Berwyn, Illinois. Born wit...

Dr. Gregory Paul DiCarlo was born on November 3, 1945, in Arlington, Virginia, and raised in Pelham, New York, by his parents, Hamilcar and Vera DiCarlo. He passed away peacefully at his home in Merce...

Alfredo Junior Chavez, born on July 1, 1996, passed away on January 15, 2026, at the age of 29. A prayer service will be held on February 12, 2026, from 9:30 am to 10:00 am at St Anthony's Catholic C...

Jeanine Anne Spielman, born January 17, 1937, in La Ferté-Saint-Aubin, France, passed away peacefully on January 14, 2026, just days before her 89th birthday. She married the love of her life, Willia...

Nancy Carol Hempy, born on September 15, 1961, passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 64. Nancy was a resident of Turlock, California.

Charles A. Barnett passed away peacefully Jan. 12 at the age of 98 and was a well-known, well-liked friend to many here in Merced. Born in Riverside, CA on July 9th, 1927, to Alden Anson “Bo” Barnett ...

After a brief illness, Jose Luis went home to be with the Lord on January 9, 2026, with his family by his side in Merced, California. he was born May 21, 1938, in Sahuayo, Michoacán, Mexico. Jose Luis...

Ana Barajas (Anita) fue una esposa, madre, abuela, hija y hermana profundamente amada. Era mujer inovidable, una luchadora, una guerrera de vida, madre y esposa ejemplar. Estuvo felizmente casada dura...

Roy Chavez was called home to be with our Lord following a tragic accident on Sunday, January 4, 2026. Raoul Gustavo Chavez was born on December 17, 1941, to Juan and Esperanza Chavez in Windsor, Col...

Frank Albert Martin, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, entered Heaven’s gates - God’s promise land, surrounded by his loving family on January 06, 2026. In 1967 he...

Leonardo - Rodriguez Alvarez, born on May 10, 1964, passed away on January 6, 2026, at the age of 61. Leonardo - Rodriguez Alvarez was a resident of Winton, California.

Michael was the steady presence his family depended on. He was the one who made life feel anchored and secure, showing up every day with strength, love, and reassurance. As a husband and the father of...